On Holden’s list, Thinking About
Casio G-Shock DW-5600UE-1
The Casio G-Shock DW-5600UE-1 is an everyday sports watch from Casio: a 42.8 mm resin case and bezel case, 13.4 mm thick and 48.9 mm lug to lug, with a quartz Casio module 3525 movement and 200 m water resistance.
Going by its 48.9 mm lug to lug, it should sit within the flat top of a wrist of about 6.6 inches (16.9 cm) or larger.
Research found it at $100 list in the US (checked November 2026) and $84 on the street (November 2026).
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I Said the Original G-Shock Was Better. So I Bought a 5600.
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Specifications
From the research, with the sources for each group of facts. Unknown means no source confirmed it.
| The watch [1][2][3][4] | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Casio |
| Reference | DW-5600UE-1 |
| Category | Everyday / Sport |
| Production | Current (introduced 2023) |
| Case and size [1] | |
| Case diameter | 42.8 mm |
| Lug to lug | 48.9 mm |
| Thickness | 13.4 mm |
| Lug width | Unknown |
| Case material | Resin case and bezel (Casio) |
| Crystal | Mineral glass |
| Water resistance | 200 m (20 bar) |
| Weight | 52 g |
| Movement [1][2][3] | |
| Movement | Casio module 3525, quartz |
| Power reserve | N/A (battery) |
| Accuracy | ±15 seconds per month (Casio) |
| Bracelet [1] | |
| Bracelet or strap | Resin band (Casio) |
| Clasp | Unknown |
| Price and warranty (US) [1][2][3][4] | |
| List price (US) | $99.95 |
| Street price (US) | $83.99 (November 2026) |
| Used price (US) | Unknown |
| Warranty | Unknown |
Will it fit?
A watch wears comfortably when its lugs stay on the flat top of the wrist. Here is the 48.9 mm lug to lug against the flat top estimated for common wrist sizes.
| Wrist | Flat top | Fit |
|---|---|---|
| 6 in 15.2 cm | 47 mm | Likely overhangs |
| 6.5 in 16.5 cm | 51 mm | At the edge |
| 7 in 17.8 cm | 55 mm | Comfortable |
| 7.5 in 19.1 cm | 59 mm | Comfortable |
| 8 in 20.3 cm | 63 mm | Comfortable |
Check it against your own wrist An estimate, not a guarantee; how the method works is on the tool page.
What the research found
These are the research’s judgments, scored against Holden’s priorities, not his own words.
Strengths
- Core G-Shock square: 200 m, shock resistant, 52 g (Casio)
- Module 3525 brings LED backlight and ~5-year battery over the old 3229 (G-Central)
Weaknesses
- No solar or radio sync; battery changes roughly every five years
- 13.4 mm thick (resin shock case)
Research scores, 0 to 10
| Execution and feel in the hand | 6.0 |
|---|---|
| Design identity | 7.5 |
| Value at a realistic price | 8.5 |
| Long-term ownership | 7.0 |
| Movement and engineering | 6.0 |
| Wearability and proportions | 8.0 |
| Versatility and durability | 7.5 |
| Fit with Holden's collection | 3.0 |
Also on Holden’s list
Other everyday / sport watches on his list.
- Vacheron Constantin Historiques 222 4200H/222J-B935
- King Seiko VANAC Evening Twilight SLA083 SLA083J1
- Vacheron Constantin Overseas Self-Winding 41mm 4520V/210A-B128
- Rolex Land-Dweller 40 White Rolesor 127334-0001
- Cartier Santos de Cartier Large Model WSSA0018
Sources
- DW5600UE-1 | G-SHOCK DIGITAL Black | CASIO (US product page, specifications) casio.com · read November 6, 2026
- G-Shock Japan releases DW-5600UE-1 and DW-6900UB-9 new standard models with LED light g-central.com · read November 6, 2026
- Casio America updates G-Shock DW5600E-1V product page with DW-5600UE-1 g-central.com · read November 6, 2026
- · read November 6, 2026
Personal research, not a source of truth. Spotted an error? Email a correction.